Head and Brain Injuries
Head and Brain Injury Claims
The attorneys of Alex & Gaxiola have over 23 years of experience in evaluating the full and actual losses experienced by clients who have suffered traumatic brain injury (TBI) or other permanent brain damage. If you would like to discuss a possible injury claim with a member of our firm, please contact us to arrange a free consultation.
In addition to memory loss, learning disabilities, or even disabilities so severe the injured person requires a lifetime of nursing home care, a traumatic brain injury is often followed by severe psychological and emotional trauma, including depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Our attorneys see that our clients receive care and evaluations from well-qualified medical professionals and therapists during their recovery.
The expense of treating these conditions, the anticipated cost of lifelong medical care, loss of employment opportunities, modifications to the home, and other factors that may cost millions of dollars over the lifetime of an injured client must all be carefully considered when calculating a head injury or brain damage claim. Our attorneys often retain medical experts, life care planners, vocational rehabilitation experts, and economists to establish the cost of past and future care so that our clients are fully compensated.
Whether the brain injury was the result of an auto accident, an assault, medical malpractice, a construction accident, or another cause, it is important to retain an attorney immediately in order to preserve important evidence and witness statements that are critical to a successful outcome of your case.
Phoenix Brain Injury Claim Lawyers
If you or a member of your family has suffered a permanent brain injury, attorneys and staff at our Phoenix, Arizona law firm understand how overwhelming it may seem to make decisions regarding claims for compensation while dealing with medical and employment issues. We hope the general information below is helpful. However, every situation is unique, and it is important that, if you may have a claim for traumatic brain injury (TBI), you consult with a well-qualified attorney before making any decision.
Brain Injury - An Overview
Depending on the severity and location of the injury, the effects of a brain injury can range from a minor annoyance to serious and life-threatening. The study and diagnosis of head injuries is complex. There may be overt signs of the injury such as loss of speech and motor skills, or there may only be more subtle personality changes. If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, a lawyer with experience handling brain injury claims can explain your legal options and help you obtain compensation for your injuries.
The Brain and Its Functions
The human body is a complex system made up of multiple organs that all work together. The brain is the control center of the human body. It is exceedingly complex and has multiple vital duties. In fact, while scientists have long studied the brain, there is still much to learn. The brain is vital to the proper functioning of the body, reasoning and emotions. Brain injuries are often devastating to an individual and his or her family. If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, you may have legal recourse. An attorney who has experience representing clients in brain injury cases can help you understand your legal options.
Brain Injury Litigation
Brain injury cases can be complex and difficult because of several factors. Defendants and insurance companies may not believe that the plaintiff has actually suffered a brain injury because many diagnostic tests fail to detect the injury.
In addition, many individuals who suffer from a brain injury have memory loss and may not be able to remember the specifics of the accident that caused their injury. While these factors may make proving the brain injury more difficult, they do not necessarily preclude recovery for your injuries. If you or a loved one has sustained a brain injury, it is important to discuss your situation with an experienced personal injury attorney.
The Causes and Effects of Brain Injuries
The brain is central to thought, movement, emotion and vital bodily functions. Brain injuries may occur through work-related accidents, car accidents, slip and fall accidents, diseases or even from complications at birth. The potentially devastating effects of brain injuries are as widely varied as the injuries that cause them. If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, a lawyer who has experience handling brain injury claims can explain your legal options.
Diagnosing and Treating a Brain Injury
A permanent brain injury may be difficult to recognize or prove. Changes in a person's behavior or personality may be subtle. In any case, the earlier a brain injury is diagnosed, the earlier a person can begin a treatment program. If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury, a lawyer with experience handling brain injury claims can explain your legal options and how you may be able to obtain compensation from the parties at fault.
Brain Injury Resource Links
Brain Injury Association of America BIAA provides information, education and support for the millions of Americans currently living with traumatic brain injury and their families.
American Physical Therapy Association This site provides information regarding physical therapy for persons coping with the physical effects of brain injuries.
Coma Recovery Association This organization provides advocacy, information, referrals and support for brain injury survivors, family members and friends.
The TBI Help Desk for Caregivers TBI Help provides information for people caring for persons with traumatic brain injuries.
The American Academy of Neurology An international association of neurologists and neuroscience professionals who are dedicated to providing care for patients with neurological disorders.
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